Those Drums. Those Solos. OK Toto!! 🙌🏽 | Toto - Africa (Official Video) [REACTION!!]

[@krisiglehart3061]

Trivia: Several members of the band didn't want to record this song saying it would not go over well or become a hit. It is their BIGGEST hit to date!

[@theSacredAtheist]

one of the biggest hits ever in the history of pop music.

[@tbmuse]

David Paich had never been to Africa but wrote this song based on stories that his catholic school teachers had told him about their missionary work there. (Having Jeff Pocarro co-write the percussion parts is also a dream for any writing team)

[@916samd]

Can she listen to the song and speak later you gotta listen to the whole song

[@shinmopi]

@@916samd yeah she pauses way too many times.

[@brainrussell6811]

@@shinmopi She's sincerely passionate about music, and it was this song that turned her on to more Toto and old-school music in general. Unfortunately, she seems to have fallen off the face of the earth and people are worried about her... so chill, dude... plenty of other vids for the song if that's what you're looking for.

[@Александр-к2я5г]

Good reaction girl 😉

[@janwolven4973]

R.I.P. to both Jeff Porcaro, one of the best drummers ever & Mike Porcaro, an awesome Bass man!

[@ruhiger69]

the beat reaction you ever did

[@kylematheson9991]

Check out another song from Toto it's called Rosanna

[@4swordkeeper]

Southern Cross Crosby Stills Nash (Young) Please 😁

[@deborahbryan3639]

What on Earth brought you to this song? That took me waaaayyyy back...

[@nickdonaldson7848]

I would recommend you give Yes, And you and I or Close to the edge

[@stuartmazzeo2516]

If you really want to get back to Africa then listen to Peter Gabriel "SECURITY." That's Africa.

[@greggkotzman2542]

If you want to review some "African" riffs, check out any cut from Paul Simon's "Graceland" album. He did it, in collaboration with local South African artists - Simply Amazing!

[@LuisChavez-qq8sv]

I was thinking the same thing. The whole album is awesome. I can't the troubles he went through to get that done.

[@simianinc]

Well, apart from the non-African songs - i,.e. the Cajun ones

[@timnicolais4480]

This album is in my top 10 of all time.

[@JuandeFucaU]

I was going to suggest Peter Gabriel if we're listing bright white guys with some dark continent soul.

[@jeffshirton7234]

Or simply go straight to a Ladysmith Black Mambazo album!

[@davidpost428]

One of my favorite songs is 'Rosanna' by this group.

[@bigredmatt1011]

The Rosanna shuffle is one of the best beats ever.

[@Ryan-pw5bc]

@@bigredmatt1011 Its almost all I hear when I listen to this song at full volume

[@allisterfiend_2112]

Toto has some great hits, try 'Rosanna' or one of their bangers 'Hold the Line', both of which you have probably already heard.

[@glennherron9499]

Out of Love....

[@patriciamoore6492]

I love Rosanna!

[@barbarastewart975]

Love Hold the Line

[@DiscoTimelordASD]

They are AMAZING!

[@allenpierce4575]

the chorus line is "i bless the rains down in africa" is a reference to the long periods of dryness without rain, so they bless the rain when it falls

[@waltzawaydreaming1801]

For the longest time, I thought the line was “I left some rains down in Africa”...had no idea what that meant. My other big misread of lyrics was what I thought was “rises like a leopardess above the Serengeti”. Actually, I like my lyric batter 😀

[@alabhaois]

Like in California 😬

[@alabhaois]

Like in California 😬

[@alabhaois]

Like in California 😬

[@alabhaois]

Like in California 😬

[@StevesFunhouse]

This group is a "supergroup". They are actually a collection of "session musicians" who, not only played a lot of the best music you heard in MANY hit songs, but they ALSO got together in this group and put out their own string of hit music. They really had a head start on most groups out there, so their catalog is pretty deep and the music is top notch.

[@leechap3]

That explains a lot.

[@tasselhoff3888]

That's not true, they were not a bunch of session players, Steve said as much in an interview.

[@sampono1962]

true....but I dont like the new TOTO....the 80s TOTO members were the best.....and the late Jeff Porcaro.....a heck of a drummer.

[@StevesFunhouse]

@@sampono1962 I couldn't say I agree or disagree, which tells me you may be on to something there. I knew them back when they were making all those great songs, but to be honest, haven't really heard much of them since then ... and I agree, the world lost a rare gem when Jeff left us all.

[@MrPhife333]

I'm 56 years old, so I've been listening to music for a while now. Honestly, I think that this is my favorite song of all time. I don't know why I love it so much. It just sounds so dang cool. The music along with the harmony of the voices gives me chills to this day, at a point in my life when I don't get near as many "chills" as I used to. Something about this song makes me feel adventurous and brave.

[@Bluelagoonstudios]

I'm the same age as you, this song and Rosanna are my top favourites, even the band members didn't like the song very much.

[@sabiantheomnivore5592]

Get out more....

[@timtravasos2742]

I'd like to see you review some Steely Dan, like "Do It Again", "Peg" or "Josie". I think you'd have an eye opening, pleasant experience.

[@alfred_philip]

This brings back real memories, I wonder what brought you to it 😀

[@svmojo9653]

Lead guitarist was Quincy Jones’s go to guy. Did a lot on Michael Jackson’s albums. The musicians in Toto were all studio musicians.

[@PhantomOfTheMall]

His name is Steve Lukather. Quincy Jones didn’t just rely on him for session work, but the whole damn band! Toto has played on NUMEROUS albums back in the day. They were all masters of their craft. I say “were” because some of them have passed away.

[@MrREH1962]

I read an interview with Eddie Van Halen where he was asked what it felt like to be the world's best guitarist. He replied, "You would have to go ask Steve Lukather that question as he is the best."

[@svmojo9653]

@@MrREH1962 Hendrix thought the same about Terry Kath (Chicago)

[@erolbulut2584]

Steve Lukather

[@hgianos65]

This was a MONSTER HIT around the world!!

[@SkiGolfer]

This is a great song and made it to #1 on the Billboard charts. The first member you see behind the books singing backing vocals is Steve Lukather, lead guitarist and founding member. Steve is one of the most accomplished guitar players in the business having played on over 1,500 albums in his career. He contributed to several Michael Jackson albums including Thriller. You should definitely listen to more Toto, they're great.

[@woodypapacane]

This song always reminds me of my long lost Ghanaian friend. We used to escape to the rooftop of our office building during work. We'd play this song as we looked over the Los Angeles landscape, from the mountains to the sea, and planned our trip to Africa. Alas, we never made it but I have never forgotten our friendship so long ago. Joseph, I hope your life has been as magical as those days we shared as friends and I hope you remember that time as fondly as I do.

[@deborahbryan3639]

Let's hope your long lost friend watches this reaction too and reads your comment! Wouldn't that be an amazing coincidence? Keep us posted...

[@DiscoTimelordASD]

Awwww....😭 Beautiful memories a song can bring back to us.❤

[@nitrokid]

Some ideas for the classics! - A-Ha (Take on Me) - The Cure (Boys Don't Cry, Love Song, Friday I'm in Love) - The Police - Maybe some Sadé?

[@patriciamoore6492]

I've loved this from the first time I ever heard it ages ago. The lyrics are so good and that beat, wow! Dancing music! You're delightful watching this!

[@billkarg3935]

I love how you get into the music!

[@smittybenzo4693]

This song shows the real in In this video. It showed how talent outshined being attractive. I aint mad either.

[@vue118me]

Try this one, please, it is a tribute to you and millions others SONNY CHARLES & THE CHECKMATES - BLACK PEARL (1969)

[@MarkoMakela-mv8dt]

If I wouldn't be half planet away from US and a bit too old too, I would propose you Roxy :)... And this song is not just a classic but kinda universal...

[@jaynesawyer1065]

"A song so beautiful they named a continent after it." Not my quote, I read it somewhere and always recall those words when I hear this lovely song.

[@bdog50000]

A must hear and see, Peter Gabriel, "Salisbury Hill" and "Biko". Biko is a powerful Anti-Apartheid song, will take hold of your very soul.

[@rickybranch4547]

If you want to see a fun metal cover of Toto's Africa check out Leo Moracchioli at Frog Leap Studios. He's an incredible talent. Also check out Leo and Violet Orlandi doing a metal cover of Roxette's "Listen To Your Heart"

[@18wheeler77]

Hey Girl! Love your reactions. Not to mention you’re so beautiful inside and out. Can you please react to Say Hello to Heaven, by Temple of the Dog. Thanks

[@claudetrudel3754]

Peter Gabriel - In your Eyes (Secret World Live). Well worth the listen. And worth watching.

[@paulsullivan1650]

Steve Lukather on guitar & and Jeff Porcaro on drums, were two of the best at their crafts. Sadly, Jeff has passed away. He is considered by many, many of the greatest musicians, critics and fans as one of the finest and most talented drummers to ever sit behind the kit. He was not only Toto's drummer, but played on a great many amazing albums by other artists. (by the way, the band did use the name "Toto" from Dorothy's dog in "Wizard Of Oz")

[@mlinderict]

The "Porcaro Shuffle" from Roseanna is legend. You must go there!

[@ferencczanik9789]

⁠💕⁠💕⁠ Georgyporgy, Pamela, Stop loving you ,Ill remember

[@krisfox3537]

Rogue if you love afrobeat then check out Santana. If you haven't I can give you many suggestions. I grew up on them

[@LindaKat7]

I love this song! Always lift the spirit. Great melody.

[@silvereith]

The voice that made you gooey belonged to Bobby Kimball. Spare a thought for him, he's not at all well now.

[@GrumpyOldGuyPlaysGames]

True Fact: in January 2019, a sound installation was set up in an undisclosed location in the Namib Deseert that plays this song on a continuous loop. The installation, appropriately named "Toto Forever" is powered by solar batteries, allowing the song to be played indefinitely. The music plays out of six speakers which each sit atop individual stone plinths, all pointing in a different direction. According to the people who maintain the installation, the song is still playing to this day, two years later, with no plans to ever let it stop.

[@damonhines8187]

How cool is that?! Your music playing indefinitely without an expiry date in the middle of a continent, for whoever, whatever happens past. 👍😘🎶💞💃

[@wgdavis5353]

Ms. RR., "Hold The Line" & "Rosanna" by Toto.. For Drums, check out Mr. Carlos Santana's "Black Magic Woman".. Don't get trapped by Mr. Carlos playing the guitar, has a unique gifted style.. ♠W.G.

[@Zebred2001]

Afrobeats you say? Check out Santana's Jin-Go-Lo-Ba!

[@danieljette7409]

Have a listen to Enya, “Orinoco Flow”, Caribbean Blue”, “Storms in Africa” and get hooked…

[@forward876]

Now your talkin!

[@reduxgames5414]

Sugestion.reaction BAND PANTERA: DOMINATION LIVE IN MOSCOW

[@sethlucc9469]

Check out the singer called Zucchero concert at Royal Albert hall in London ;-)

[@psbrad64]

hola again, you should check out "Italian Artists" version of this song on here, not saying you should do a reac to it, just check it out, for fun

[@michaelsheehan5559]

That singer is the son of John Williams of Star Wars and Indiana Jones (and many others) fame. Just learned this not too long ago and wanted to share!

[@clintona7518]

JoJo (joahnna) had that intro in her song "Anything". Idk if you were thinking of that song but it has that intro.

[@mikelyttle9866]

Did you know. The guy who wrote the song,has never been to Africa.

[@gbrjoker]

Rosanna is a great song. It's about the actress Rosanna Marquette. One of the band members dated her.

[@richtensail]

v birth place of drums n music-africa. cheers frm way dwn sth.

[@ralphvillanueva8724]

Great reaction, I can see where you pick out all the nuances throughout the song. Love this band.

[@thabilldozer]

The reason a lot of these songs sound familiar is that other people have ripped off the music and some of the lyrics.

[@tiago5097]

3:45 If it weren't for you, I would never know there's a flute there. Now I can't stop hearing the flute. Thank you! 😀

[@RogueRxyce]

🙌🏽

[@rexfordluke1480]

Have you done a reaction video on Toto's 'Rosanna' and 'I won't hold you back'?

[@wilbursims5565]

Try "Living it up" by the Isley Bros you like to jam

[@vegasviking86]

Do yourself a favor and check out the cover of this song by Leo Moracchioli

[@wadeerwin3920]

Every time you post, you bless my day. Thank you ;)

[@glennw7118]

I was in High School when this was released. One of my favorites!!!! I'm a Rap head but my friends would always say I listen to "White Music". My reply was music is music. You are picking some of my FAVORITES!!! Sure as Kilmanjaro rises like Mt.Everest above the Serenget!!!!! I'm rocking this on my way home!!!

[@joeyspider]

recuerdo una amiga se fue a recaudar info de las especies en africa y ella colocaba esta cancion en su celular siempre

[@ulgn1964]

My youth, I was 20 when this song came out, heard it a couple of 1000 times, love it, and Toto is great.

[@eightballsidepocket9467]

John Mayer is trying to recreate this sound on his new album

[@pluckinmageetar]

Simon and Garfunkel did perhaps the most beautiful and timely song ever, "Bridge Over Troubled Water." Paul Simon went on to eventually make "Graceland", his ode to Africa and the their beat, with Paul's impeccable songwriting, makes for a MUST HEAR for you! You would simply love it!. As did America, picking up several Grammy's, one for Album of the Year. Keep up the love!

[@patriciamoore6492]

That's my all time favorite song. I have sung it at weddings! Yep. Great song.

[@Javceng]

This great song has a special place in my heart. I listened to this song many times while flying to Kenya during my Air Force days. I'll never forget Nairobi and Toto. Great reaction and Thanks for the journey!

[@russellfernandes9607]

Great reaction 👍🏻 Do react to 'Rosanna' by Toto

[@brianbrekke9500]

I miss all these bands growing up. Toto, Poco, Little River Band, Pure Praire League (Vince Gill was a member of this band), etc. I enjoyed these not as famous as the Stones bands more.

[@lowelllarsen5947]

I remember when this song came out (before your time ha ha)

[@gsadventures678]

Great song... pretty lady. No complaints.

[@gvt4024]

Michael Jackson man in the mirror music video

[@lynnschook6124]

Lol... love your reaction. I react just like that everytime I hear it. Such a great song.

[@VegasLoungeAct]

Interesting story regarding this song - An artist in Namibia created an art installation in the middle of the desert where he set up speakers to run on solar power and the speakers just continuously play this song on a loop.

[@deisymatamoros8667]

React to fragile stivie wonder ft Sting live.

[@sandyleewhite]

I really enjoy how you feel and react to songs, & your knowledge of music is an added bonus! Enjoying your channel ❤️ I would love you to react to a new singer I started following when hearing her sing her version of Bohemian Rhapsody on America's Got Talent......Don't let the talent show throw you, this girl has serious talent, and her vocals feel like they are from another planet. She started singing at the age of 1 and a half years old, & found an immediate connection with Jazz, so a lot of her earlier songs or jazz, & will completely blow your mind, especially if you like jazz ❤️ She is now 14 years old & just signed a contract with Republic, and now has quite a few of her own songs, which are a combination of some jazz, pop, blues, soul, & contemporary, which I can only say, is a genre unique to her talents......Best if you start when she won her 1st talent show, at the age of 7, on Norway's Got Talent, and then continue as she ages. The first song was from the late Great Billie Holiday, Gloomy Sunday, and I will attach a link, with Gloomy Sunday, and her other performances on Norway's Got Talent, kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWPFiWRrqb55jM0

[@RogueRxyce]

appreciate this thanks

[@sandyleewhite]

@@RogueRxyce ❤️ I believe you will really enjoy the journey with Angelina Jordan ❤️

[@jimmywilliams5348]

You need to listen to Bon Jovi I'll be there for you

[@deborahreynolds9792]

I love this group. TON'S OF TALENT. Another fantastic voice or voices, from the era. My generation. So much talent. AND this was song of the year . And I believe Rosanna won for the year it came out. I don't have a fav from back then. They all are. Rock on!

[@FreeCanadian76]

If you want a fun variant of this song.. Leo Morachioli did an amazing METAL cover which is just a hoot! So much fun and so well done!

[@cpprcrk1833]

Luv me some Leo !

[@FreeCanadian76]

@@cpprcrk1833 SOOOOOOOOOO good

[@Yulowirri]

This song is so magical and transcends Time, thank you for sharing 💯

[@jwavwave4230]

“Reasons” Earth Wind & Fire

[@danielbelland78]

You should check out Toto's Roseanna

[@bw3240]

I have a suggestion for you, go to the roots of southern rock. Listen to the Allman Brothers Band, start with "Whipping Post". There is nothing that can properly prepare your heart, mind and soul, so I will simply say. You're welcome. Most importantly listen to the live version and do not FREAK out when you see the run time, every second is pure joy.

[@sanandaallsgood673]

If you like this version, you should check out an acapella choir called Perpetual Jazzile, that uses a beat box rhythm. The choir is an Eastern European (Romania I believe) and very much worth listening to!

[@davidthaler7018]

Aaah….I wondered if someone was gonna bring this up; otherwise I’d have done it myself! :-) BTW, Perpetuum Jazzile is from Slovenia. Their a capella version of “Africa” (complete with simulated jungle rainstorm) was posted to KZbin in 2009 and has gotten MILLIONS of hits.

[@laurancedoyle4231]

"Toto" means "child" in Swahili

[@johnwalsh7578]

If you like a guitar...try ..Sultans of swing..by Dire Straits.. Alchemy version..the drummer and lead guitar..will blow you socks of .

[@garyjohnson7133]

Great reaction young lady!

[@ch2iss]

Good on you. Grew up with this song.

[@CollinZaffke]

Try Santana's Africa Bamba

[@AB-nr5je]

Prolly one of the best songs ever!! :O :)

[@nkamogelangmenyatso1578]

I love this song. It is indeed a classic 👌

[@photographiezautrement]

Steve « Luke » Lukather is one of the better guitarists. Try « Rosanna » also for the drum part by Jeff Porcaro, called « Half time shuffle »

[@alibarache9179]

Hi Rogue , am from France , I suscribe and share. 😎

[@RogueRxyce]

Merci 🙏🏽

[@guyrandom8518]

Check out Sade, sweetest taboo, the live version intro and groove is off the chart

[@davidgannon6562]

She is so pretty! As an old ass white dude I love that the music I grew up is reaching multiple ethnicities and a younger gneration

[@21anthem12]

The drummer, Jeff Porcaro died at a young 38 years of age. He has many famous acts to his credit along with all the other studio musicians that formed this band.

[@profjohnfrinks]

might i recommend anything from Paul Simon's graceland. A great rock/afro crossover album...

[@moonlitegram]

3:45 Definitely no hate there, I'm super stoked you're the kind of listener that actually takes note of all the pieces of the recording! So many people just key in on vocals and don't listen to the arrangment of some of these great songs. So I'm effing pumped that you went back to revist the subtle flute they had in the mix there. Very cool!

[@kakakhodenn9128]

Drummer,,, you cant miss that,,, Jeff Porcaro,,, unfortunately he passed, was just brilliant. May I recommend reacting to ROSANNA by Toto. You will absolutely jive...🇨🇼🇩🇲🇨🇦

[@krisfox3537]

This was written by the lead singer back in the 70s after watching a documentary of the droughts in Africa. And seeing many people suffering without food and water. That's what this song is about

[@denislinehan5581]

But wasn't Toto the Boz Scaggs band originally? Check it out...but either way Boz's live performances...1976,77, 78...are worth a listen...you be dancing for sure.

[@Petestanton]

Stele Lukather is the guitarist and he is amazing. Your reactions are great, check Gary Moore "still got the Blues" for incredible guitar work:)

[@TylerD288]

Shout out to Jenny Douglas-McRae who plays possibly the hottest librarian of all time in this video. She was a back-up singer for Toto and many other iconic bands from the 70's onward. You can read about her on iMDb and Wikipedia. I think she's still active today. 🙏🏻

[@rogeliorc3685]

Hello from México, me encantó tu reacción, me gustó ver como disfrutas la música. Adoro tu tono de voz y tu personalidad

[@davewhitehead5116]

You’re great. Put “Drift Away” by Dobie Gray on your to-do list.👏🏻

[@deborahbryan3639]

That list must be a mile long with all the requests she's getting...

[@jaysontin1850]

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